1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2012 Ford E-150
To start off, 2012 Ford E-150 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2012 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1226 kg more than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ford E-150 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. 2012 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 has manual transmission. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2012 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | 300 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 132 L |
